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Welcome to the Body, Mind and Sole website. My name is Elaine Allison and I am a Massage Therapist and Reflexologist based in central Cardiff. I gained my qualifications at the Cardiff Metropolitan University, I am a member of the Association of Reflexologists, the Federation of Holistic Therapists and registered with the Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).

Body, Mind and Sole offers Massage Therapy and Reflexology from the Parkwood Chiropractic Clinic in Pontcanna near Cardiff city centre. Please go to the bottom of the page for directions.

Complementary Therapies provided

Our GP is there to diagnose, prescribe and medicate and often that's enough to get us back on track. However, when we are ill or suffering with stress for long periods of time it may take longer than it should to recover because one or more of our body systems has become blocked or stagnant. That's where the Massage Therapist or Reflexologist can help complement traditional healthcare and may help to improve your wellbeing.

Reflexology is a complementary therapy based on the belief that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all organs and parts of the body. By stimulating these points, the Reflexologist believes the body rebalances itself by encouraging it to release it's own natural healing properties. Reflexology works on an individual basis and may alleviate and improve symptoms such as everyday stress and tension bringing a sense of wellbeing. It may also aid sleep and provide feelings of relaxation and wellbeing. Reflexology is also available for Pre-Conceptual (Fertility) Care, Pregnancy Care and Natural Birth and now I also offer Reflexology Lymphatic Drainage. Please go to my Reflexology page for more information.

Massage Therapy can be used to remedy muscular back pain especially for those aches which arise from computer use, sports injuries and gardening. I have a number of regular massage clients within my Pontcanna clinic who use both deep tissue massage and chiropractic treatments to maintain back health. Alternatively, gentle massage can provide relaxation for those suffering with stress.

Pregnancy Massage - massage therapy can be highly beneficial for the aching backs of mums-to-be, especially those with toddlers (who also get to enjoy some 'me time'!)

Baby Massage is a lovely way of connecting with your baby. I offer training courses at your home for parents or groups of mum's to teach you massage techniques to relax and help you bond with your baby.

Find out more about all these massage therapies by going to my Holistic Massage page and remember Gift Vouchers are available for all these treatments.

Treatments for Cancer patients I have been a volunteer at the St David's Hospice, Newport since Sept 2013 and work with the complementary therapies team there to provide Reflexology and Massage treatments for Day Hospice patients there. If you would like a treatment at either one of my clinics or in your own home please call me to discuss.

How to book an appointment

Appointments for the Parkwood Chiropractic Clinic in Pontcanna are generally available on Tuesdays and Fridays between 9.30am and 3pm and on Saturdays between 8.40am and 1pm and can be arranged by calling me directly on 07811 557486.

Charges are from £25 for 1/2 hour massage or from £35 an hour for Massage or Reflexology (includes consultation). Back to the top of the page.

Directions

Parkwood Chiropractic clinic in Pontcanna is less than 5 mins from the edge of the City Centre and close to Sophia Gardens. Passing the Castle on your right go through the first set of traffic lights (past the Angel Hotel) and at the next set of traffic turn right onto Cathedral Road. Parkwood Chiropractic clinic is at number 93, a little way up on the left just past the Beverley Hotel which is on the same block. Click here for Google maps.

Although limited, parking is available at the rear of the premises. Turn left at the Beverley Hotel into Plasturton Place, then turn right into the lane parallel to Cathedral Road. The Parkwood Chiropractic parking area is signposted half way down the lane on the right.